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Stihl MS 231 User Manual

Stihl MS 231
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27MS 231, MS 231 C, MS 251, MS 251 C
Adjusting brake cable
: Take out the screw (1).
: Lower the tank housing (2).
: Loosen the clamp screw (1) on
the brake cable retainer.
: Use 6mm open end wrench the
set free travel on the adjusting
screw (1).
2310RA049 TG
1
2
2310RA050 TG
1
2310RA051 TG
1
2
Turn adjusting screw clockwise
to increase free travel.
Turn adjusting screw counter-
clockwise to reduce free travel.
: When the setting is correct,
tighten down the clamp screw (2)
firmly.
Press down the lockout lever (1)
and hold it in that position.
The brake band (1) must locate
snugly against engine
housing (arrows) and the clutch
drum must rotate freely.
Reassemble all other parts in the
reverse sequence.
5.4.2 Brake cable
Removing and Installing
Disconnect the brake spring,
b 5.4
Remove the carburetor, b 12.5
Remove the throttle trigger,
b 10.3
Remove the switch lever,
b 10.3.1
TOP
2310RA044 TG
1
: Pull out the brake cable (1) a little
and disconnect it.
Loosen and lower the tank
housing, b 12.11.2
Take care not to stretch the hose.
: Take out the screw (1).
: Remove the retainer (2) with
brake cable.
Check the brake cable (1) and
retainer (2), replace if necessary
TOP
2310RA052 TG
1
1
2
2310RA057 TG2310RA053 TG
1
2
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Stihl MS 231 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power-to-Weight Ratio2.4 kg/kW
Oilomatic Chain Pitch3/8" P
Sound Pressure Level103 dB(A)
Sound Power Level114 dB(A)
Engine Power2.0 kW
Weight4.8 kg
Bar Length35 cm / 40 cm
Fuel Capacity390 cc
Chain Oil Capacity200 ml
Vibration Level Left/Right3.0/3.0 m/s²

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